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Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Most Consequential Month in The Trump Presidency(ies)The guys talk about a dramatic January and how the murder of Alex Pretti has reshaped the political landscape for Donald Trump, then your Long Island Mom Theresa stops by to offer her opinions on ice. Featuring Rosemary Cipriano and Robert George. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne.
See Robert & Tom at the Grisly Pear on February 5!
See Rosemary at QED on February 4!
2026-02-0259 min
Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedAstrology & TrumpFriendly neighborhood astrologer Ellie Pyle returns with the forecast for 2026, Robert George takes Congressional Republicans to task, and Tom Brennan offers LaLa Land's Best Picture Oscar to Trump.
Read Ellie's forecast here!
Check out Tom's standup schedule!
Robert George, in all his glory.
2026-01-201h 07
Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedWith Apologies to Ariana GrandeRobert George & Tom Brennan break down Trump's ceasefire agreement, the Young Republicans' Nazi problem, and more. Plus, Tom accidentally mixes up Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande. Please don't cancel us.
2025-10-231h 19
Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedCulture is CanceledJust in time for Jimmy Kimmel's return, we talk the FCC's assault on Trump critics and the dangers of political violence. Plus, after getting shut out for 50 seasons, Tom Brennan finally makes the SNL cast - just not OUR Tom Brennan. Featuring Robert George & Ned Thorne
2025-09-231h 12
Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTHE 100th EPISODE!Electoral Dysfunction celebrates 100 episodes (that we've released to the public) by talking about RFK Jr. gutting the CDC and Trump's power grab at the fed. Plus, the Ghost of Richard Nixon stops by to congratulate Robert George & Tom Brennan on 100 shows. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
2025-09-011h 03
Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedVax On, Vax OffTexas Democrats take a stand by running away, RFK cuts vaccine funding, and Donald Trump gets our hopes up by going up to the White House Roof. Kendall Davis, Dena Driscoll and Robert George talk about it, and Indie Film Critic Chamomile Hershberg-Hershborg stops by to gush about Superman. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
See Tom Brennan at the Burbank Comedy Festival on 8/13 & 8/15 and the Philadelphia Comedy Festival on 8/22
Check out Amy Weisneck at UCB's Sketchcram
2025-08-111h 16
Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedHulk Hogan is dead and South Park is aliveRobert George breaks down the latest on the Epstein case, then argues with Tom over why Colbert was cancelled. Finally, the guys talk Hulk Hogan and how society handles the deaths of people whose public personas were celebrated but private ones were not-so-great. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Music by JoAnne Harris
See Tom at Camp Virgo and the Burbank Comedy Festival!
2025-07-281h 09Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedLies, Epstein, and the American WayTrump's Big Beautiful Bill is law, turns out Epstein's list was the friends we made along the way and FEMA won't mess with Texas. Benari Poulten joins Robert & Tom to talk about all that and the politics of Superman. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
See Robert George at the Grisly Pear
Check out Tom's summer show schedule
2025-07-131h 15Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedConclave 2: Into DarknessThe Pope is dead, long live the Pope, whoever he, she or they may be. Jim McDermott and Robert George join Tom to talk about the impact Pope Francis had on the church & world, the looming conclave and Donald Trump trolling for likes. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
Pop Culture Spirit Wow by Jim McDermott
Robert George's Punstack
See Tom at the West Side Comedy Club on 5/17
2025-05-051h 08Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Musk Administration!President Elon Musk kicks Donald Trump to the curb and takes charge. Karen Bergeen and Andrew Heaton join Robert George to talk about the week that was as DOGE doled out the pain, while Tom skips out on the chaos by going on vacation. GO BIRDS! Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne.
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2025-02-0946 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedHappy January 6!The Panel talks H1-B visas, declare Stephen Miller the Urkel of the Trump Administration and review the best day of Mike Johnson's Speaker career. Plus, the Department of Comedy Efficiency stops by to keep the show up to code. Featuring Robert George, Paula Leon, Lou Perez, Shannon DeVido and James Hesky. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
See Comedy Leopard & Electoral Dysfunction at Grisly Pear on January 16
2025-01-061h 09Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedCrisis of Infinite Mirth!Happy New Year from Electoral Dysfunction! Friendly Neighborhood Astrologer Ellie Pyle joins Robert and Tom to talk about the future history of America! Get creeped out, people! The end is nigh...but the beginning may be even nigh-er! Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
Read Ellie Pyle's Article on the Future History of America Here!
Come see Electoral Dysfunction & Comedy Leopard at the Grisly Pear on January 16!
2025-01-011h 03Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedShut Up-a You Face, Shut Down-a the Government!The Panel talks the (almost) government shutdown, revenge porn and congressional pay raises. Plus, the magical Momma Ricotta stops by with tips on how to talk politics at the holiday dinner table. Featuring Darryl Charles, Robert George, Meghan O'Malley, Timaree Schmit, Amanda Nicastro and musical guest Megan Sass. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Sketch written by Louis Gaudio
Tickets for Electoral Dysfunction live at the Grisly Pear
Check out Darryl Charles' live performance schedule
Hear more from Dr. Timaree Schmit
Watch Meghan O'Malley's Special Finding the Positive
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2024-12-231h 15Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedASSAD DAY FOR DICTATORSDamascus has fallen, Hunter Biden is pardoned and Matt Gaetz is leaving DC to spend more time with someone else’s kids. Featuring Kemly Derby, Shannon DeVido and Robert George. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
See Shannon DeVido on Prime Video's Alex Cross
Catch Kemly Derby at the Situation Comedy Showcase at Flop House Comedy
Robert George's hosting Comedy Leopard at the Grisley Pear
2024-12-0958 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTrump. Again.The 2024 Presidential election is in the books and Donald Trump will return to power. Then, Electoral Dysfunction's new court jester Martin Soonsebury Nesterton Ballyhoose Courtington stops by to talk about where the DNC goes from here — in limerick form! Featuring Robert George, Kim Moscaritolo, Megan Sass and Rich Templeton Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne.
2024-11-1154 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedEight Days Out!8 days before election day, the Panel talks the state of the race in Wisconsin, abortion on the ballot and the Washington Post and LA Times wimping out on endorsements. Featuring Meg Chizek, Katherine Duffy, Robert George and Meghan O'Malley. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
Come see Electoral Dysfunction in Philly on 11/1!
Check out Comedy Leopard & Electoral Dysfunction's Premature Election special on 11/2!
2024-10-281h 02Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedBedwetters get out of bedNearly 3 weeks to Election Day, the Panel talks Pennsylvania voters, Kamala Harris' media strategy and Democrats wetting the bed. Plus, local monster Candace stops by to talk about her love for Pumpkin Spice Capitalism. Featuring Robert George, Jamee Lind and Lauren Vidas. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
2024-10-1454 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTrump's Like a Bad Tikka MasalaWith less than 40 days to go before Election Day, we talk the razor sharp race between Trump and Harris, Mark Robinson's epic meltdown and Robert George talks about an historic week in New York City. Plus, Concerned Werewolf Warren Talbot talks by to ask humans to stay off the moors. Featuring Phil Casale, Robert George, Ann Herberger and James Hesky. Music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
2024-10-0159 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTRUMP HATES TAYLOR SWIFT!The Panel talks the fallout from the Presidential debate, Trump and Vance's outrageous attacks on Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, and the Swift Vote. Plus undecided voter Cynthia Jijune stops by to ask for help with her Tinder profile. Featuring Robert George, Alex Love, Laura Michelle and Amy Wieseneck. Music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne.
2024-09-161h 01Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTHE TRUMP INDICT-A-PALOOZA!Donald Trump might be going to jail! Don't celebrate too fast, he's still leaving behind a country where women's rights are disappearing and Ron DeSantis is allowed to eat pudding with his hands. All that, and Concerned Citizen Brendan stops by to protest Daylight Saving Time. Featuring Tom Brennan, Robert George, Rachel Semigran, Michael Yudell and AJ Nickell.
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2023-03-201h 07Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedZip-A-Dee-Do-Don’tThe Panel talks CPAC and Woke Disney striking a blow against Splash Mountain while Tom takes a few moments to address noted scumbag Michael Knowles' bigoted views on Trans rights. Featuring Darryl Charles, Robert George & Betty Smithsonian. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne.
See Tom at Gotham Comedy on March 6
See Electoral Dysfunction at Crossroads Comedy on March 31
Check out Betty and Darryl's Stuff!
2023-03-051h 06Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined”Joe Biden on a train is like Namor in the water”One year into Russia's unjust, unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, GIJew himself Benari Poulten breaks down the last 12 months of fascism on the march, Republicans on the take and more. Meanwhile, Tom calls on the Coast Guard to catch Ezra Miller. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
See Tom at Gotham Comedy on March 6
See Electoral Dysfunction at Crossroads Comedy on March 31
2023-02-2744 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedGodspeed, Jimmy Carter.BONUS EPISODE: Tom takes a few minutes to talk about President Jimmy Carter while Karen Bergreen, Hannah Lee Rose and Robert George discuss Senator John Fetterman's announcement of his battle with depression and the debate around mental health and cognitive function in the US Senate. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
See Tom at Gotham Comedy Club in NYC on March 6!
See Electoral Dysfunction at Crossroads Comedy in Philadelphia on March 31!
2023-02-2224 minElectoral Dysfunction: Quarantined”Problematic Is My Middle Name!”Electoral Dysfunction returns to talk the 2024 Presidential Race, Fox News ratting out Donald Trump in the Dominion voting case and more with Hannah Bell, Karen Bergreen and Robert George. Plus, Doctor Reverend Marvin Luther King Jr. (Marcely Jean-Pierre) stops by to talk about his rivalry with Malcolm Jamal-Warner. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne.
See Tom at Gotham Comedy Club March 6!
See Electoral Dysfunction at Crossroads Comedy on March 31!
2023-02-2049 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedBest Week of Kevin McCarthy’s LifeHours after the historic 15th vote to put Kevin McCarthy in charge of the House, The Panel convenes to talk about what a raucous week means for the next two years, and Newsboy Phil talks about his old pal George Santos being in Congress. Featuring Kaitlin Byrd, Chip Chantry, Robert George and Phil Casale. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Music by JoAnne Harris
2023-01-111h 03Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Midterm of Madness!The Democrats make history by actually trying to win a midterm election! Robert George, James Hesky, Meghan O'Malley and musical guest Doug Ankenman join our 75th Episode to talk about the 2022 midterms. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2022-11-151h 20Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedJames Cameron’s Avatar Presents: Electoral DysfunctionWe talk asylum seekers, Lindsey Graham's abortion gambit and the biggest news of the week: Avatar is back in theaters on Friday. Also, Electoral Dysfunction's neighbor Karen stops by to complain about our front lawn. Featuring Robert George, Kate Moran, Adam Teterus and Adrian Sexton. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne.
2022-09-221h 13Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTOP Top SecretIf you like redacted affidavits, this was the week for you! Alexis Confer, Dorian Davis, Meghan O'Malley and Robert George talk the latest from Mar-A-Lago, Student Debt Relief and Fightin' Joe Biden's got a little pep in his step. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme Music by JoAnne Harris.
2022-08-291h 03Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedNuclear SummerLiberal Bully Oliver Willis returns to go head to head with Robert George on the Mar-A-Lago raid, the Inflation Reduction Act and Batgirl. Meanwhile, Tom Brennan and James Hesky do something they never thought they'd ever do: feel happy.
2022-08-161h 08Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedRage Against The Manchin!SURPRISE! We're back. We vowed we'd never return until Joe Manchin did the right thing, and he called our bluff. Shannon DeVido, Benari Poulten and Angelene Superable join Tom Brennan and Robert George to talk about IRA, PACT and more. Plus, old friend Kent McClarkleson returns to talk about his music career. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
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2022-08-011h 03Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedCuomoSexual Harassment Pt. 2: The Mingle MamasBONUS EPISODE: What a difference a year makes for Andrew Cuomo! Robert George and Tom Brennan talk about the fall of the Gov.
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2021-08-0956 minElectoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"I Believe They Call It Soccer"America says no to the vaccine and yes to attacking Olympians! 2021's feeling a lot like 2020, but at least we don't need to wear masks anymore. Oh, we do? Great. Shannon DeVido, Elana Duffy, Mo Manklang-Kingston and Tom Brennan talk vaccine mandates, Simone Biles and more!
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2021-08-031h 11Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Spider-Man VirusMove over Loki, Delta is the new variant in town! The Panel talks getting vaccinated, Rand Paul v Anthony Fauci, the January 6th Commission and Joe Rogan for some reason. Starring Robert George, Benari Poulten, Betty Smithsonian and host Tom Brennan. Featuring Neil P. Bardhan. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2021-07-251h 09Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedJoe Killian Goes Viral!BONUS EPISODE: Friend of the show Joe Killian (NCPolicyWatch) blew up last week for breaking the story about UNC screwing Nikole Hannah-Jones out of tenure. Robert George interviews him while Tom Brennan celebrates the new Parkchester Hook & Reel.
2021-07-1652 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedWe're Not Lawyers, but Cosby can F*** Off.Bill Cosby is out of jail, so we're back to stop him! Electoral Dysfunction returns with an action packed panel to talk Cosby, Arizona and the Manhattan DA finally, maybe, sorta taking down Trump. Featuring Justine Davie, Robert George, Meghan O'Malley, Amanda Nicastro and host Tom Brennan. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Voiceover by Ned Thorne.
2021-07-061h 05Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Longest WarBenari Poulten talks the end of America's longest war, his time in Afghanistan and more with Madiba Dennie, Andrea Duffy, Robert George and Tom Brennan.
2021-04-2523 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Knicks Have Better Defense Than Derek ChauvinElectoral Dysfunction returns to talk the Derek Chauvin trial, race and policing in America, and the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Then Matt Gaetz stops by because no minors are on the premises and Young Ben Franklin returns with another history lesson. Featuring Madiba Dennie, Andrea Duffy, Robert George, Benari Poulten, Andrew Kimler and Chris Kuncio. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2021-04-181h 14Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedCuomosexual HarassmentThe panel talks the latest allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo and the American Recovery Plan, the first Democratic plan to ever have a good name. Featuring Justine Davie, Robert George and Marcely Jean-Pierre. Produced by Ned Thorne & Tom Brennan. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Donate to Electoral Dysfunction here! Visit Justine Davie online here! Read Robert George's Bloomberg work here!
2021-02-281h 16Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedDon't Mess with Texas, Do Mess with TedTed Cruz tries to skip town while Texas freezes! Then, we look back on the life and times of Rush Limbaugh and Governor Cuomo stops by to explain himself. Featuring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Joe Killian and Timaree Schmit. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2021-02-221h 19Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedDonald Trump is a free man!Former President Donald Trump gets off scott free while we recorded this podcast, so that's pretty much what we talked about. Featuring Robert George, James Hesky, Mo Manklang, Sriya Sarkar, Meghan O'Malley and musical guest David Wade. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Support Electoral Dysfunction on Patreon! Check out The Brown Taboo Project! Watch NFL Fan Therapy! Read Robert George at Bloomberg Opinion!
2021-02-141h 17Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedFuture President Marjorie Taylor GreeneThe Panel talks Marjorie Taylor Greene and disparities in COVID-19 vaccine distribution with Darryl Charles, Madiba Dennie, Robert George, Ann Herberger, Jess Matthews and musical guest Jamelia Ptah. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Support Electoral Dysfunction on Patreon! Submit for the Backbone fellowship here! Check out Darryl Charles' favorite Oprah GIF here!
2021-02-071h 24Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedSuper(spreader) Bowl Sunday!BONUS EPISODE: Doug Ankenman, Robert George and James Hesky explain football to Tom as the panel discusses pro sports during a pandemic. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
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2021-02-0647 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedCongress needs an HR departmentThe Senate lets Donald Trump off the hook, and Marjorie Taylor Greene is probably going to be in congress for the rest of our lives. But at least Trump isn't on Twitter! Huh? Huh?! Featuring Shannon DeVido, Robert George, Rex Huppke, Kate Moran, Proper Dodgie and musical guest Jim. Tosone! Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme Music by JoAnne Harris.
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2021-02-011h 18Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedPresident BidenElectoral Dysfunction says goodbye to Donald Trump, hello to Joe Biden and hey there's still a pandemic, guys, with Hannah Bell, Elana Duffy, Robert George, James Hesky, Oliver Willis, Newsboy Phil Casale and musical guests Girl Poop! Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2021-01-241h 15Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedToo many Qs, not enough As.The Panel reflects on the last few days of the Trump administration with Robert George, Benari Poulten, Adrian Sexton, James Hesky, Rich Templeton, and musical guest Jamelia Ptah. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
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2021-01-181h 17Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedToo many Qs, not.enough As.The Panel reflects on the last few days of the Trump administration with Robert George, Benari Poulten, Adrian Sexton, James Hesky, Rich Templeton, and musical guest Jamelia Ptah. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2021-01-171h 17Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedHappy Coup Year!As the Senate Republicans practice sedition by subtraction, the panel takes a look at Trump's terror attack on the Capitol and the Georgia senate race. Starring Robert George, Ann Herberger, Andrew Kimler and cameo appearances by Keisha Zollar and Hank the dog. Oh, and we talk about Murder She Wrote for some reason. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2021-01-081h 04Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedSame S***, Different YearIt's 2021, but we still got 2020 problems! The Panel talks COVID-19 vaccine plans that aren't working, stimulus checks that aren't big enough and senators hate democracy with guest host Meghan O'Malley, Robert George, Joe Killian, Rachel Semigran and musical guest Hannah Bell. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2021-01-031h 05Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedWhat a F***ing Year!The Panel says goodbye to 2020, a year that was both terrible and also a day longer than usual. Featuring Robert George, Andrew Heaton, Ann Herberger, Timaree Schmit, James Hesky, Amanda Nicastro, Rich Templeton and musical guest David Wade.Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-12-271h 25Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedVaxxing PoeticA vaccine is here, but unfortunately, so is Donald Trump. We talk the final battle of the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia's cyberattack and the lamest lame duck session with Darry Charles, Robert George, Mary Radzinski and Michael Yudell. Featuring Chris Booth. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Animation by Kevin Scott. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-12-201h 16Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedIf at first you don't secede...ICYMI Texas tried to start a cold civil war this week, but the Supreme Court said, "Nope." Robert George walks us through Treason Season and the COVID-19 vaccine while Megan Sass reminds us that Christmas songs were written by Jews. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-12-1350 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedIt's Pardon Season!As COVID-19 ravages the country, President Trump is on the case by...pardoning Michael Flynn. Then, the Panel talks the WB's big HBO Max move and Depressed Chef James Hesky stops by! Featuring Shannon DeVido, Robert George, Andrew Kimler, Kate Moran and musical guest David Frasure. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-12-061h 12Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedGeorgia on our MindThe Panel talks the Georgia run-off elections with Neville Doyley, Robert George and Ann Herberger. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-11-2926 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedAmerica's Greatest Loser!BONUS EPISODE: Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. Big time. Huge. We just wanted to remind you of this fact. Starring Tom Brennan and Marcely Jean-Pierre. Produced by Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-11-2505 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedDangerous Precedent, Dangerous PresidentStupid Coup, Week 2! The Panel talks about the dangerous implications of Trump's refusal to concede with guests Neville Doyley, Robert George, Ann Herberger, Keisha Zollar and music from Megan Sass. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-11-221h 14Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Coup Klutz ClownsAre we in the middle of a stupid coup? It's looking that way. The Panel talks vaccines, Four Seasons Total Landscaping and more with Chip Chantry, Robert George, Mo Manklang Kingston, Sriya Sarkar, Keisha Zollar and musical guest Girl Poop. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-11-151h 11Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedPresident-elect BidenJoe Biden and Kamala Harris win the presidency and Donald Trump enters the landscaping business. Plus, New York State AG Tish James stops by with some WORDS for Rudy Giuliani. Featuring Scott Benjamin, Madiba Dennie, Robert George, Timaree Schmit, Amanda Nicastro, Keisha Zollar and musical guest Killy Dwyer. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-11-081h 09Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedFaithIt's Election Day Eve, and Jim McDermott has some words of wisdom on voting and the power of hope. This one gets emotional. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-11-0231 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Finish LineWith Election Day 2020 just hours away, the panel looks at the state of the race, early voting and takes a few minutes to talk about Walter Wallace Jr., Philadelphia and the work our country has to do no matter who wins on Tuesday. Starring Ana Defillo, Robert George, Andrew Heaton, Kathleen O'Mara, Meghan O'Malley and musical guest Eric Johnson. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-11-011h 08Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Swing State Spooktacular!
Electoral Dysfunction celebrates the spookiest season of all by discussing the demographic changes in swing states! Listen...IF YOU DARE! Starring Chris Booth, Robert George, James Hesky, Craig Liggeons, Amanda Nicastro and musical guest Young Ben Franklin. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-10-301h 09Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"John Lewis didn't get beat on a bridge for me to not vote."With just days to go until the end of the 2020 election, the panel talks the state of the race, early voting and names our most racist president. Starring Madiba Dennie, Robert George, Sasha Stewart and musical guests Darcy Burke and Michael Burke. Featuring a sketch from Denied From New York. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-10-251h 12Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"Abraham Lincoln over here!"BONUS EPISODE! We don't want to jinx it, but this could be the last presidential debate with Trump that we ever see. That's a win. Robert George, Meghan O'Malley and Benari Poulten take a look back at the last debate of 2020. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-10-2343 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedDemocrats are in the pocket of Big Voter.A 50% chance you worked with a Russian spy is really a 100% chance. The Panel talks Trump fatigue, Rudy Giuliani's investigation to Hunter Biden and the Amy Coney Barrett confirmation hearings.
Starring Robert George, Ann Herberger, Oliver Willis, Adam Teterus and musical guest Chris Grace!
Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-10-181h 12Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTrump is a cornered raccoon
President Trump escapes the hospital and laughs off a terrorist plot to kidnap the governor of Michigan as The Panel counts down to election day.
Starring Robert George, Jim McDermott, Kate Moran, Julie Sharbutt, Geoff Grimwood, Meghan O'Malley and musical guest Megan Sass!
Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-10-111h 16Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"Mr. Vice President, I’m Speaking."Y'all see that fly on Mike Pence's head? Of course you did. The Panel talks the Vice Presidential Debate between Vice President Mike Pence and Senator Kamala Harris. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, and Amanda Nicastro. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-10-0849 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Last 30 Days of the Republic!Trump has COVID-19! But what about the debate—HE HAS COVID-19! OK, but Melania said—HE HAS COVID-19!
With election day less than a month away, Darryl Charles, Robert George, Jess Moore Matthews and Timaree Schmit talk about an unprecedented week in an unprecedented year.
Featuring Rich Templeton and musical guest Jim Tosone. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-10-041h 09Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"Will you shut up, man?"BONUS EPISODE! Minutes after the first presidential debate of 2020 ended, the panel got together to answer the question on every American's mind: what the hell did I just watch?
Starring Tom Brennan, Robert George, Rachel Semigran and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-09-3045 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedNo Justice.The bad news? Trump named Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. The good news? He didn't change his mind while we were recording this podcast about Amy Coney Barrett. We also talk injustice for Breonna Taylor and Newsboy Phil declares his SCOTUS candidacy. Featuring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Elliott Kalan, Kim Moscaritolo and musical guest Jordan Wolff. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-09-271h 19Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedNotoriousThe Panel discusses the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the political fight ahead as the Senate takes up a Supreme Court nomination with less than 50 days until the election. Starring Robert George, Joe Killian, Sriya Sarkar, Kate Spaulding and musical guest Dame Bubba Moo (AKA Jamelia Ptah). Featuring a sketch by Andrew Kimler, Sasha Stewart and Keisha Zollar. Produced by Ned Thorne and Tom Brennan. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-09-201h 05Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedFire in the SkyThe Panel talks Bob Woodward, Trump, and the fires in the West Coast. Also, Giancarlo Granda pitches us on some new business ideas and Karen returns! Starring Robert George, Kevin Scott, Michelle Francesca Thomas, Michael Newman, Adrian Sexton and musical guest Ned Thorne. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-09-131h 09Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedLosers, Suckers & TrumpThe Panel talks Donald Trump’s attacks on our troops and the rule of law. Meanwhile, the MMA’s most knocked-out fighter Donovan “The Destroyer” Duncan gives us some words of wisdom. Starring Madiba Dennie, Robert George, Benari Poulten, Megan Sass, Marcely Jean-Pierre and musical guest Killy Dwyer. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-09-061h 19Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedA big W for the NBABONUS EPISODE: The Panel talks the NBA, WNBA, MLB and MLS protests for racial justice and Robert George compares himself to Michael Jordan. Featuring Elana Duffy, Marcely Jean-Pierre and Meghan O'Malley. Produced by Ned Thorne & Tom Brennan. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-09-0126 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Best Pandemic in 100 Years.We talk the RNC, Kenosha and the passing of Chadwick Boseman with Elana Duffy, Robert George, Marcely Jean-Pierre, Meghan O'Malley and musical guest David Frasure. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-301h 09Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe 3 Rs: Reopening, Republicans & coRruptionBONUS EPISODE: With Tom on vacation and the RNC in full swing, our favorite Republicans Robert George & Karol Markowicz talk reopening the schools while comedians Kate Moran & James Hesky talk Steve Bannon. Also, Governor Cuomo (Andrew Kimler) stops by and he is NOT happy. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Animation by Kevin Scott. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-2700 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedBiden Time!The Panel looks back on a virtual convention and ahead to a painful election. Then, why don't liberals care about the courts? I mean, besides Night and Food Courts? Starring Robert George, James Hesky, Kate Moran, Meghan O'Malley and musical guest David Wade. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme Music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-2354 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedSleepy Joe & Night Terrors TrumpBONUS EPISODE! A conversation about Trump & McConnell's inaction on COVID-19 leads to some revealing talk about how the panel is dealing in a locked down world. Starring Robert George, Andrew Heaton, Allison Kilkenny and Keisha Zollar. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-1921 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedRe-fund the Post Office!It's our 25th show! We celebrate as Kamala Harris makes history as VP, the Post Office is on the brink and Congress...goes on vacation. Starring Robert George, Andrew Heaton, Allison Kilkenny, Keisha Zollar and musical guest Doug Starwipe. Opening sketch by The Layoff Kids. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-161h 11Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"It is what it is."COVID-19 has infected 5 million Americans, killed more than 150 thousand and could have been avoided, but it is what it is! Then, Biden steps in it and we have a major win for strippers' rights. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, James Hesky, Timaree Schmit, Rich Templeton and musical guest Precious Gorgeous. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme Music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-101h 02Electoral Dysfunction: Quarantined"I hate the Dallas Cowboys, Nazis and the Senate"BONUS EPISODE! Hannah Bell, Robert George, Rachel Semigran and Oliver Willis talk about Barack Obama's call to end the filibuster during the funeral of John Lewis. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-08-0535 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedTick Tock, TikTokCOVID-19 is rising, the economy is falling and Donald Trump is taking on...TikTok. Meanwhile, Republicans bungle the stimulus and Democrats screw up the Veepstakes. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Rachel Semigran, Oliver Willis and musical guest Chris Kuncio. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-08-031h 04Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedPerson. Woman. Man. Camera. Podcast.It's not safe for Republicans to go to Jacksonville but it is safe for kids to go back to school? ...we guess that checks out. The Panel talks Portland, Louisville, COVID-19 and AOC taking Yoho to task. Starring Robert George, Ann Herberger, Andrew Kimler, Kate Moran and musical guest Megan Sass. Produced by Tom Brennan. Edited by Bryan Colvin. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-07-271h 08Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedWill Trump Leave? No. Yes. Maybe. No.BONUS EPISODE! The Panel debates whether or not Donald Trump would accept an electoral loss. We're...not optimistic. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Rex Huppke, Julie Sharbutt, Rich Templeton, and musical guest David Wade. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Additional edits by Amanda Nicastro. Additional music by Ben Dot Sound.
2020-07-2224 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedWe Didn't Deserve John Lewis.The Panel reflects on John Lewis and the struggle for freedom and justice that persists in Portland and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Rex Huppke, Julie Sharbutt, Phil Casale and musical guest David Frasure. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-07-201h 08Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedBig Abortion was behind this!Roger Stone's a free man! That's one more reason to keep schools closed. We talk COVID, the Supreme Court and the death of the rule of law. Starring Robert George, Chris Kuncio, Sriya Sarkar, Timaree Schmit, Keisha Zollar, Andrew Kimler and musical guest Jamelia Ptah! Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-07-131h 15Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Washington Monuments!Biden gets out of the basement and in Trump's face, Washington's NFL team might change its name and Electoral Dysfunction hosts its first annual Songs of America Showcase featuring all of our musical guests in this salute to America and, time permitting, Canada. Featuring Robert George, Frankie Johnson, Eric Johnson, New Team Honeybear, Precious Gorgeous, Ned Thorne, Phil Casale, Doug Ankenman, David Wade, Keith Alessi, Megan Sass, Dion Flynn and David Frasure. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-07-0503 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedPutin on the BlitzTrump lets Putin put a bounty on the heads of US troops, James Hesky has a new pitch for Splash Mountain and Craig Liggeons hates Rhode Island. Also featuring Meg Griffiths-Anderson, Robert George, Andrew Kimler, Megan Sass and David Wade. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-06-2852 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedGod help us.Steve Mnuchin (Dean Temple) debuts his country music album while Pop Culture Priest Jim McDermott and pundit Robert George join Tom to talk about Faith and reopening. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-06-1754 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedGone. With the Wind!The panel says goodbye to Gone with the Wind and hello to COVID-19, which never left. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Ann Herberger, Craig Liggeons and Nate Starkey. Featuring The Layoff Kids and Warren Talbot & The Concerned Creepers. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme Music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-06-141h 18Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedWe're...okayAfter another depressing week for America, the panel talks George Floyd, Trump's economy and systemic racism in policing. Starring Hannah Bell, Robert George, Jay Malsky, Oliver Willis and musical guest Dion Flynn. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-06-081h 07Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedRough WeekAfter a rough week for America, the panel talks George Floyd, Trump & Twitter, and Kylie Jenner for some reason. Featuring Darcy Burke, Robert George, Marcely Jean-Pierre, Mo Manklang-Kingston, Karol Markowicz, Michael Newman and Keith Alessi. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Theme Music by JoAnne Harris
2020-06-011h 25Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedFrom Trump's lips to the Devil's buttholeShould churches reopen? No. But it's a debate anyway somehow. The gang talks Houses of Worship, Joe Biden, Black voters, Donald Trump and hydroxychloroquine. Starring Keisha Zollar, Robert George, Ann Herberger, Sriya Sarkar, Andrew Kimler, Megan Sass, Rich Templeton, Adrian Sexton and musical guests New Team Honeybear (Jeffrey Mondor & Anthony Jackson). Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris
2020-05-241h 18Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedObaMAGAte and the Disco ChickenWhat is Obamagate?! Whatever you want it to be, baby! We talk COVID-19, Trump's meltdown and Richard Burr. Hosted by Tom Brennan. Starring Andrea Coleman, Robert George, James Hesky, Joe Killian, Kate Moran, Michael Newman, Amanda Nicastro and musical guest Precious Gorgeous. Edits by Ned Thorne. Music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-05-181h 21Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedJimmy Carter and Kim Jong-un are still aliveUnemployment is at an all-time high and so is our rage! We talk COVID-19, Ahmaud Arbery and Michael Flynn. Starring Jolie Darrow, Robert George, Andrew Heaton, Craig Liggeons and Sara Valenzuela. Featuring Phil Casale and David Wade Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Music by JoAnne Harris.
2020-05-111h 18Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedJared Kushner: The Last Face You'll Ever SeeIs COVID-19 a Great Success? Jared Kushner says yes but Alexis Confer isn't sure. Then, Benari Poulten and Robert George get HEATED over Joe Biden and Sriya Sarkar is tired of shitty men. Meanwhile, Concerned Mom Connie MacGregor calls for an immediate reopening of America and Frankie Johnson brings a classic American song to the modern age.
The Panel
Alexis Confer (The Mechanicals)
Robert George (The New York Daily News)
Benari Poulten (The Nightly Show)
Sriya Sarkar (Kennedy's Mistress)
Featuring
Meghan O'Malley (Barely Making It)
Musical Guest Frankie Johnson...
2020-05-031h 26Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedHire 👏More 👏Women👏DictatorsThe Kim Jong-Un deathwatch is on and Robert George and Adrian Sexton tell us that no, we should not inject clorox to fight COVID-19. Meanwhile, Darryl Charles and Ann Herberger explain Florida while Kaitlyn Bird realizes our elected leaders might not be as smart as we think. All that and an NSFW song from Megan Sass and Response-Preneur Geoff Grimwood pitches some sure-thing business ideas.
Hosted by Tom Brennan
Edits by Ned Thorne
Music by JoAnne Harris
Eagle art by Shalvey & Bellaire
2020-04-261h 08Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Happiest Quarantine on Earth
Robert George and Sriya Sarkar confront Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz and the Liberate America movement. Meanhile, Amanda Nicastro uncovers some Snow White privilege at a quarantined Disney World while Andrew Heaton's sex life is the key to our economic recovery. All that and the music of Doug Ankenman in this week's Electoral Dysfunction!!!
Starring
Robert George (New York Daily News)
Andrew Heaton (Political Orphanage)
Amanda Nicastro (I'm Just Kidneying)
Sriya Sarkar (Kennedy's Mistress)
and
Tom Brennan (Marvel Entertainment)
Featuring music by Doug Ankenman
Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
Animation by Kevin Scott
Theme Music by JoAnne Harris
Art by Sha...
2020-04-191h 06Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Church of Conspiracy TheoriesWho created COVID-19? Conspiracy Theorist Axel Rand blames MANY people.
Then, Michelle Francesca Thomas takes us to church and Justine Davie tries not to be depressed as Electoral Dysfunction continues it's quarantine through Holy Week!
Meghan O'Malley, Jim McDermott and Robert George also join the panel while David Frasure's Marimba reminds us there's still beauty in the world.
Starring
Justine Davie (The Daily Show)
Robert George (New York Daily News)
Jim McDermott (America Magazine)
Meghan O'Malley (Barely Making It)
Michelle Francesca Thomas (Faceblind Love)
And
Tom...
2020-04-121h 17Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Tone Doesn't ChangeKate Moran (Witchcast Podcast) compares Donald Trump to Mean Girls, Ann Herberger (The Magnet) longs for the basic competence of George Bush during Katrina and Robert A George (The Daily News) reminds us that Murder She Wrote was the original Watchmen. Benari Poulten (The Nightly Show) defends Captain Crozier and our new Blogger at Large Victor Nolastname (Neil Bardhan) makes his debut!
Produced by Tom Brennan (Marvel Entertainment)
Edits by Ned Thorne
Music by JoAnne Harris
Art by Declan Shalvey & Jordie Bellaire)
2020-04-061h 04Electoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedSocial DissingSocial distancing turns the world upside down as Robert George (New York Daily News) finds himself agreeing with liberals. Meanwhile, Dr. Timaree Schmit (Sex With Timaree) and Amanda Nicastro I'm Just Kidneying) are swapping hugs for finger guns and Chris Booth (NPR) and Darryl Charles (Black Gentrifier) spend an inordinate amount of time talking about Tom's butt.
Produced by Tom Brennan (Marvel Entertainment)
Edits by Ned Thorne
Music by JoAnne Harris
Art by Declan Shalvey & Jordie Bellaire
2020-04-0656 minElectoral Dysfunction: QuarantinedThe Boring PurgeIn our first show under quarantine, Keisha Zollar (Astronomy Club) reminds us about the risks of a The Purge situation, Robert George (New York Daily News) realizes white people have been social distancing from him for years and James Hesky (The Onion) does not love Republicans.
Also featuring:
Ann Herberger (The Magnet Theater, The Jeb Bush 2016 Campaign)
Andrew Kimler (UCB, Vox)
Phil Casale (The PIT)
Hosted & Produced by Tom Brennan (Marvel Entertainment)
Edits by Ned Thorne
Music by JoAnne Harris
Art by Declan Shalvey & Jordie Bellaire
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